Capellini with Red Basil Pesto and Shrimp Roe Confetti
Capellini with Red Basil Pesto and Shrimp Roe Confetti : There’s a rather prominent chain of Italian casual dining restaurants that is famous for a number of  imaginative and delicious pasta dishes.  My girlfriend TJ and I go there occasionally when we need a quick pasta fix. Somehow, we would Continue reading Capellini with Red Basil Pesto and Shrimp Roe Confetti→
Simple Chocolate Soufflé: Inspired by Sabrina
Simple Chocolate Soufflé: Inspired by Sabrina : A number of things may come to mind when the film, Sabrina, is mentioned.  For sure, topping the list of items is the late great Audrey Hepburn, who played the character of the chauffeur’s daughter gracefully (she was nominated for an Oscar for Continue reading Simple Chocolate Soufflé: Inspired by Sabrina→
Caldereta ala Osso Buco: A Dish You'll Never Forget
Caldereta ala Osso Buco: A Dish You'll Never Forget : Ask any local what his favorite Filipino comfort food is, and for sure, caldereta is on the list. This tomato-based stew is one of the most popular dishes in the Philippines. It is always present during fiestas, parties, and ordinary Continue reading Caldereta ala Osso Buco: A Dish You'll Never Forget→
Mango and Kesong Puti Bruschetta: Antipasto with a Filipino Twist
Mango and Kesong Puti Bruschetta: Antipasto with a Filipino Twist : Aside from loving May because of my birthday, I love it because of the mangoes.  Mangoes are in season here in the Philippines every May, and yes, while they are available all year, the best mangoes are the ones you Continue reading Mango and Kesong Puti Bruschetta: Antipasto with a Filipino Twist→

Hobby + Passion = My New Food Show!

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(Ralph’s note: Before I show you the show below, you may want to read a little history about it.) As I write this, I recall my Social Science I class at the university several years ago.  It was the first Continue reading Hobby + Passion = My New Food Show!→

After the Storm: A Weekend of Comfort Cooking

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I had the worst week — no, make that the worst several weeks.  Which explains why I have been missing in action insofar as my website is concerned.  But, I have been monitoring the blog’s traffic and still, thanks for Continue reading After the Storm: A Weekend of Comfort Cooking→

Social Networking and Submissive Aggressiveness

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Assertiveness.  This is the goal of communicators who want to get their point across clearly, effectively, and confidently.  It is standing up for your own rights, for what you want and believe in, without stepping on the rights of other Continue reading Social Networking and Submissive Aggressiveness→

RatedRalph.com at the Philippine Blog Awards 2010

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Great news!  RatedRalph.com is a finalist at the 2010 Philippine Blog Awards’ Best Blog – Personal/Diary category!  Yehey! Awarding is on Sunday, December 12 at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza Makati. Whatever the outcome is, I would like Continue reading RatedRalph.com at the Philippine Blog Awards 2010→

Cream Cheese and Spinach Pasta: A Recipe and Review

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I always look forward to Sunday afternoons.  It’s really the time when I get to rest and unwind after a hectic, toxic week.  The options are boundless.  Normally, it would be my time to hit the gym for a swim.  Continue reading Cream Cheese and Spinach Pasta: A Recipe and Review→